Serving 686 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Century International Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 56% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 686 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Century International Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
New Century International Elementary School's student population of 686 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
686 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Century International Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Century International Elementary School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1148 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
4%
Hispanic
16%
20%
Black
42%
25%
White
25%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Century International Elementary School's ranking?
New Century International Elementary School is ranked #1148 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are New Century International Elementary School often compared to?
New Century International Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stoney Point Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend New Century International Elementary School?
686 students attend New Century International Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of New Century International Elementary School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Century International Elementary School?
New Century International Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does New Century International Elementary School offer ?
New Century International Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Century International Elementary School part of?
New Century International Elementary School is part of Cumberland County Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is New Century International Elementary School located?
New Century International Elementary School is located in the Jack Britt neighborhood of Fayetteville, NC. There are 6 other public schools located in Jack Britt.
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